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Argued December 10, 1982.
Decision released March 1, 1983.
Attorney(s) appearing for the Case
G. Douglas Nash, public defender, with whom, on the brief, was Ellen B. Lubell, public defender, for the appellant-cross appellee (plaintiff).
Julia D. Dewey, assistant state's attorney, with whom, on the brief, were Arnold Markle, state's attorney, and Linda K. Lager, assistant state's attorney, for the appellee-cross appellant (defendant).
PETERS, HEALEY, PARSKEY, SHEA and GRILLO, JS.
Supreme Court of Connecticut.
GRILLO, J.
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